The hunt: the hunt is on
The hunt released in French cinemas in June 2020, it tells the story of twelve strangers who wake up in a clearing, disoriented, with the only certainty that they have become the target of a manhunt. Organized by a group of self-proclaimed wealthy elites, this hunt pits “privileged” people against ordinary citizens in a fight for survival. As the story progresses, the film descends into bloody chaos as the hunted try to outsmart their hunters.
Carried by a solid cast including Betty Gilpin in the lead role, as well as Hilary Swankthe film stands out for its twists and its harsh criticism of social and political divisions. Far from being a simple horror film, The hunt uses satirical elements to paint an exaggerated but revealing portrait of the ideological conflicts and prejudices that cross social classes and political camps. Betty Gilpin shines as an unexpected heroine whose intelligence and tenacity destabilize right-thinking elites.
A controversial film criticized by Donald Trump
Even before its first US release scheduled for September 2019, The hunt has been at the center of an explosive national debate. In the United States, the trailer and synopsis quickly sparked protests, particularly among conservatives and some media outlets. The film was seen as an incendiary allegory American political divisionscaricaturing a clash between “elitist progressives” and “conservative rural Americans.”
The controversy took on unprecedented proportions when it caught the attention of former President Donald Trump. Without explicitly mentioning it The huntTrump posted a scathing message on Twitter, accusing Hollywood of producing films that divide the country. He called the film’s creators “really racist” and accused them of “hurting America.” These statements immediately aroused interest The hunt in the spotlight, but not for the right reasons. He stated:
Left-wing Hollywood is racist to the highest degree (…) The film aims to generate chaos. They create their own violence and try to blame others. They are the real racists, they are bad for our country!
Added to this controversy was a national tragedy : During the summer of 2019, the United States was hit by several mass shootings, including in El Paso and Dayton. These tragic events prompted Universal Pictures to temporarily cancel the film’s release, believing that the context was not suitable for its release. The hunt finally saw the light in March 2020, but in a still tense climate, where the public was divided on its message and intentions.
Despite the accusations, the film’s creators, including screenwriter Damon Lindelof (Lost, The leftovers), he said The hunt it was not a glorification of violence or a political attack by any particular party. On the contrary, the film was intended as a critique of the ideological extremes of both parties, denouncing both the prejudices of the progressive elite and the caricature of rural conservatives. This satirical intent was appreciated by some critics, but it was not enough to extinguish the fire of controversy.
Source: Cine Serie
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